1.
advisor; counselor; person who gives advice
A person who provides guidance, suggestions, or recommendations. Used in both formal institutional settings and general contexts.
Compound of 助言 (advice) + 者 (person). A relatively formal word for someone in an advisory role.
Common collocations
Similar words
- アドバイザー: advisor (loanword) — more common in business and casual contexts
- 顧問: consultant; advisor — typically a formal, sometimes honorary position in organizations
- 相談役: consultant; senior advisor — often a post-retirement advisory position in Japanese companies
- カウンセラー: counselor — typically for personal, psychological, or career guidance